Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

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I teach my kids the value of money using the family bank account. It works.

That was the idea anyway. My first barrier was that the bigger the numbers get for a child, the more abstract and meaningless they become. Read More

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Turn your strengths into superpowers in 4 steps

It takes a little time, and for some — a level of self-permission — to really harness your superpowers and then capitalize on them to benefit your career. Read More

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5 tricks to cut your morning routine in half

Although you can’t exactly predict your mornings, here are five tricks that will help you cut your routine in half and prepare for them. Read More

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To gift or not to gift? That is the question

First, consider not giving a gift now. Wait, and give them a meaningful gift later, after you have taken time to consider and explore. Read More

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How to deal with criticism constructively

Receiving negative feedback can be nerve-racking, but the way people respond to critical situations is often what separates the winners from the losers. Read More

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The Express Elevator Speech: What is it, what’s the goal, how to improve

The immediate goal of your elevator speech should be clarity and understanding. Everyone who hears it should know exactly what you do or what job you are seeking. Read More

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How you need to compete in an era of disruption

You get it right and your company can successfully compete in today’s digital economy. Here is how you need to compete in an era of disruption. Read More

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How to avoid hangxiety after the office holiday party

Whilst office parties should be a time to bond with colleagues and have a good time, having a little too much fun could be to the detriment of your career. Read More

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How to be a great leader, according to 7 business and political greats

Here are Jeff Bezos, Mary Barra and some other powerful people’s time-tested tips for being the kind of leader people are inspired to follow. Read More

Must Reads
What jobs can you get with a business degree?

We’ve rounded up 11 different types of jobs you can get with a business degree to give you an idea of just how versatile that particular bachelor’s degree is.

The 21 jobs that are MOST likely to lead to divorce

Some jobs have a higher divorce rate than others.

The 12 best people to pick as job references

You want to pick people who have worked alongside you and think highly enough of you to sing your praises to a hiring manager.

I did 8 rounds of interviews and still didn’t get the job

“I’ve interviewed with Google twice now, and when people ask me why I don’t work there, I respond, ‘I can never seem to get past the eighth interview,’” says Steve Silberberg, who is now the founder of Fatpacking, a weight-loss backpacking company.

Myth busted: 5 ageism stereotypes that need to be broken

In the last few months, older social media personalities have been gaining traction on sites like Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tock. They’re called Grandfluencers, and they’re here to debunk pervasive ageism myths….and make a little cash doing it.

The simple eye contact trick you should use in every conversation

“When two people are having a conversation, eye contact signals that shared attention is high —that they are in peak synchrony with one another.”

How to deal with ‘The Great Resignation’ when you are a manager

Managers are worried about maintaining the talent required to keep the doors open, but they are not asking the right questions.

The flu shot may protect you from severe COVID-19 infection

New research found that the flu vaccine may provide vital protection against COVID-19, reducing the risk of suffering severe infection, like stroke, sepsis, and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

You can tone your arms with these five workouts, and we have video to show you the right form.

7 things you should never ask your boss

There are some things you should just not ask your boss — these 7 questions are things you should stay clear from in conversation.